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Application deadline extended to Thursday, Nov. 2, 5 p.m.

Starting Blocks equips researchers, creators, engineers and scientists from any research institution with the tools and resources needed to bring their innovations to those in need and enhance their competitiveness for funding. 

Learn more about entrepreneurial training with Venture Partners.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2 p.m., virtual event

NVC connects the ���Ҵ�ý�ƽ������ campus with the Boulder community to develop and fund innovative ideas. Participants attend year-round events, network and collaborate with mentors to refine their ideas and form startup teams to pitch for funding—more than $100,000!—at the NVC Finals. 

Signature programming of the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative

Nov. 8 and 9, 5:30-8 p.m., Founder Central by Sweater, 2000 Central Ave #100, Boulder

At the Lab Venture Challenge (LVC) Showcases, top CU innovators vie for grants up to $125,000, supporting projects with commercial potential in the bio- and physical sciences; this is the can't-miss event to see CU's breakthrough innovations. 

Learn more about funding opportunities with Venture Partners.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 3:30-6:45 p.m., Byron White Club at Folsom Field

An educational and inspirational demonstration panel to illustrate all the roles and people involved in raising funds to launch entrepreneurial endeavors.

From the Burridge Center for Finance at the Leeds School of Business

Thursday, Nov. 16, 5-7:15 p.m., Wolf Law Building, Wittemyer Courtroom

This is one of the best ways to engage with Colorado’s Front Range entrepreneurial community. The show stitches together the startup scene, ���Ҵ�ý�ƽ������, innovators from federal labs, as well as technologists from incumbent technology companies.

From the Burridge Center for Finance at the Leeds School of Business

Application deadline Nov. 17

An accelerator for research teams building deep tech startups coming out of the University of Colorado campuses in Boulder, Colorado Springs and Denver. Leveraging ecosystem experts, a robust mentor network and Venture Partners staff, early-stage companies will accelerate their viability and traction over four months. 

Learn more about entrepreneurial training with Venture Partners.

Venture Partners provides funding opportunities and resources for researchers who want to take their technologies to the next level. Our Center for Translational Research (CTR), programs like Lab Venture Challenge (LVC) and Destination Startup, and partnerships with campus entities like the Office of Contracts and Grants (OCG) help advance a path to market for those seeking to commercialize their inventions.

The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative connects, elevates and grows ���Ҵ�ý�ƽ������ vast innovation and entrepreneurial resources to help students, faculty and staff turn ideas to impactful ventures. Explore resources here to help make the real-world impact you envision.